Ruth A. Townsend

Ruth A. Townsend, age 77, passed away at home on April 1, 2026. She was born on March 30, 1949 to the late James and Laverne Townsend.

Ruth held many odd jobs throughout the years, mostly in retail. She enjoyed spending money, shopping and cross-stitch. Diamond art was her most recent favorite pass-time. She loved scary movies, murder mystery shows and true-crime stories.

She had many husbands throughout the years. She was a Dalrymple, Rush, Tarian, Davlin, and she decided to keep her maiden name with the last one.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Ruth is survived by her daughters, Mistty Baxter and Noell (Tim) Cline; grandchildren, Samantha (Mike) Thompson, Brittani Casto and Carter Cline; great-grandchildren, Katherine and Konnor; siblings, Jim (Denise) and Cheryl Townsend; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place and there are no formal services planned at this time.

"I couldn't do the steps so I took the highway down."

Arrangements are entrusted to Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home, 4041 Cleveland Ave S, Canton, Ohio 44707. Family and friends may offer condolences and share memories at:

sandersfuneralhomes.com

(330) 484-2525